CV 17 CV17 Chest Center Dan Zhong 膻中 conception vessel 17 Conception Vessel 17 cv17
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CV 17 CV17
CV 17 CV17

CV 17 Chest Center - Dan Zhong - 膻中

CV 17 Point Location

Location

Level with the 4th ICS, midway between the nipples.

Associations

Actions

  • Main point for tonification of the upper warmer.
  • Hui Meeting Point of the Qi - tonify and move the Qi of the body.
  • Chronic lung issues - cough, asthma, SOB, diaphragmatic pain.
  • Breast issues - insufficient lactation, mastitis.
  • Chest/Throat issues (rattling in throat w/asthma, difficulty swallowing, palpitations), counterflow Qi problems - guides the Qi downwards.
  • Tong Ren/Tam Healing System: Important point for overall Qi (energy) in the body, useful for asthma.  
Relationships
Nearby Points (3)
Tong Ren Treatment Protocols (19)
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